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24h
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- Photography
- Take, edit and provide amazing photos.
- Video Making
- Create, edit and publish digital videos.
- Social Media
- Maintain and update social media channels.
What you get
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- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Breakfast
- You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
- Fast Internet Access
- High-speed internet for you to work remotely
- Use our equipped kitchen
- Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
- Free Laundry
- You can use our laundry room freely.
- Discounts on Tours
- Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
- Surf lessons
- Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
- Surfboards
- You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
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Availability
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- Stay at least
- 2 weeks
- Stay up to
- 3 weeks
The Experience
Are you looking for an incredible experience in beautiful Costa Rica? Join our team at Mai Ke Kai, where you can enjoy the Pura Vida lifestyle while helping us run our vibrant and welcoming hostel! Requirements: Knowledge of SEO and social media platforms. Photography skills (please share your portfolio if available). Friendly, proactive, and willing to help with various tasks. Ability to commit to 2 weeks minimum
Learn moreRequirements
- Fluent English or Intermediate Spanish
- Between 23 and 38 years old
- Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
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Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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16 Reviews
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Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 16 Meeting international travelers
- 10 Practicing English
- 9 Immersing in the local culture
- 8 Get in touch with nature
- 7 Meeting locals
- 6 Practicing Spanish
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 9 3. Good health and well-being
Freya
United Kingdom
This was my first volunteering experience and the guest house has definitely set the bar high! Maria, Matias and all the other lovely volunteers made me feel so welcome. The shifts were honestly enjoyable, I loved checking in and meeting guests from all over the world. The cleaning was absolutely fine. And the shift times allowed for you to enjoy so much of the day. They were very thoughtful, always made sure us volunteers had enough food, we'd have some lovely dinners, and surf sessions together. I've made some great memories. I wish them all the best as they've built something truly special.
2 days ago
Carla
Mexico
Home away from home! 🌸💖 Big thanks to Tuti and Mati for making me feel like part of the family. The hostel has such a relaxed, cozy vibe, and you can really make the experience your own. The work is straightforward and easy to pick up, leaving plenty of time to enjoy surfing, the beach, nightlife, or just chill. The hosts, manager, and staff are incredibly kind and fun—prepare for lots of laughs and endless card games.
3 months ago
Emma
France
Great time at the guest house ! 🩷 The team was good and the owners are really sweet. Tamarindo is a good place to be for a bit, even if it's a bit expensive 😁
3 months ago
Bella
United States
Maria and mati never greeted me or said goodbye, they would often not be at their shifts so guests would come to us off shift with needs, and they provided almost no training then got frustrated when things were done wrong. The hostel has almost no security, I was robbed of 400 dollars and an expensive camera and they never even mentioned it to me. There were cockroaches, raccoons, and so many ants and spiders in/around the house because doors are left open all day. The water frequently stopped working, and the showers and toilets barely worked. It was nothing as promised.
3 months ago
Maria replied
Your comment clearly comes from a place of bad faith, but that’s part of opening our home to people from all over the world.
We’re sorry you didn’t enjoy the experience. Regarding the theft you mentioned, we’re truly sorry it happened, but it’s important to clarify that you left your key on top of your locker.
We’re confident that future volunteers will take into account the many other excellent reviews we’ve received, which reflect the real spirit of our place.
Pura vida Bella
Manu
Canada
Maria and Matias were amazing hosts, always trying make our experience the best it could be. The free surf lesson is a big plus, and they took us surfing again with them multiple times after that - you only had to rent a board. the guest house is a small surf hostel that was pretty chill during my stay in the green season, but I had a good time with the other volunteers. That being said, I really enjoyed my stay, so don't let that keep you from applying!
11 months ago
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